Buying car insurance in California means getting familiar with liability and property damage coverage. Both play important yet distinct roles in protecting drivers on the road. This guide examines how liability and property damage work, California legal requirements, and tips for getting the right coverages. Overview of Liability Coverage in California Liability insurance covers bodily…
Continue reading ›Tenant’s Rights in California to Withhold Rent or Repair and Deduct Tenants have a legally recognized right to live in safe and habitable conditions. When a landlord demands rent from a tenant, the landlord is expected to make necessary repairs in a very reasonable amount of time. When a landlord fails to maintain the rental…
Continue reading ›Just Cause Evictions in California and what it means for landlords and tenants In California, tenants have protections to ensure they are not unfairly evicted by a landlord. State law requires landlords to cite a just cause for eviction when serving a notice to a tenant. This is called Just Cause Eviction and it exists…
Continue reading ›Navigating the complexities of Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid health care program, can often be a daunting task for residents aiming to secure their health coverage while preserving their assets. The regulations are intricate, the eligibility criteria are multifaceted, and missteps can result in denied benefits or unforeseen penalties. Thankfully, Medi-Cal lawyers in California are specialized professionals…
Continue reading ›Trust in an attorney is foundational to the legal process. However, when that trust is betrayed through negligence or misconduct, the repercussions can be severe and far-reaching. It’s essential to know that clients have recourse in such situations. Suing a lawyer for malpractice is a complex but necessary avenue available to those who feel they’ve…
Continue reading ›When you sign a contract, it’s like making a promise. But sometimes people break their promises, which is called “breach of contract.” If someone breaks a promise in a contract with you, it can be hard to know what to do. That’s why it can help to talk to a lawyer who knows a lot…
Continue reading ›Understanding Tenant Lawyers If you are a tenant dealing with a dispute with your landlord, you may want to consider consulting with a lawyer who specializes in tenant law. Tenant lawyers, sometimes referred to as tenant advocates, are attorneys who focus their practice on representing tenants in landlord-tenant matters. Having an experienced tenant lawyer on…
Continue reading ›Staying Past the Terms of Your Lease Agreement: As a landlord, it is important to be familiar with the California Unlawful Detainer process. This legal process allows landlords to evict tenants who are not complying with the terms of their lease agreement. Typically, a landlord files a lawsuit called an unlawful detainer to initiate the…
Continue reading ›The terms “attorney” and “lawyer” are often used interchangeably, but technically, there is a difference between the two. While both must have generally completed law school and passed the bar exam, lawyers provide legal advice and legal counsel, while attorneys do the same but also are more active in the courthouse. Not all lawyers and…
Continue reading ›Wrongful termination is when an employee in California gets fired for an illegal or improper reason prohibited by law. California, like most states, is an at-will employment state. This means employers can generally fire workers for any reason or no reason at all. However, exceptions exist where terminations violate public policy, an implied contract, or…
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